John James Dower Collection

Telegraph map of the Eastern World, 1865. Creator: John Dower
Telegraph map of the Eastern World, 1865. Map showing '...the progress of telegraphic communication from England in the directions of India, China

The seat of war in Denmark, 1864. Creator: John Dower
The seat of war in Denmark, 1864. The Second Schleswig War was the second military conflict over the Schleswig-Holstein Question of the nineteenth century

Plan of Naples, 1860. Creator: John Dower
Plan of Naples, 1860. Naples is built at the base and on the slopes of a range of hills which have the general form of an amphitheatre

Map of Central America shewing the Proposed Routes of Communication between the Atlantic & Pacific O Creator
Map of Central America shewing the Proposed Routes of Communication between the Atlantic & Pacific Oceans, 1856....and the Disputed Territories of British Honduras (Belize)

Plan of Constantinople and its Suburbs, 1856. Creator: John Dower
Plan of Constantinople and its Suburbs, 1856. Map showing the city of Constantinople (modern Istanbul, Turkey), including the Golden Horn or the Port'; the Bosphorus or Channel of Constantinople

Sebastopol and Balaclava shewing the position of the Allied Forces, 1854. Creator: John Dower
Sebastopol and Balaclava shewing the position of the Allied Forces, 1854. Crimean War. The severe and costly battles of Balaclava and Inkerman

Map of the Crimea and plan of Sebastopol, 1854. Creator: John Dower
Map of the Crimea and plan of Sebastopol, 1854. Crimean War. In the expectation of great sacrifices and severe contests that must attend the attack upon Sebastopol

Ground plan of the International Exhibition Building, 1862. Creator: John Dower
Ground plan of the International Exhibition Building, [South Kensington, London], 1862. Block Plan of the Building, representing the area as arranged with courts, trophies, fountains, &c

Plan of the galleries of the International Exhibition Building, 1862. Creator: John Dower
Plan of the galleries of the International Exhibition Building, [South Kensington, London], 1862. Block Plan of the Building, representing the area as arranged with courts, trophies, fountains, &c

Plan of the Thames Embankment, 1862. Creator: John Dower
Plan of the Thames Embankment, 1862. 'The commissioners...recommend that an embanked roadway of about two miles should be formed between Westminster-bridge and Battersea Park

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Meet John James Dower, an American artist known for his unique blend of realism and fantasy. Born in 1847, Dower was a prolific illustrator who brought to life the stories and characters that captivated America during the late 19th century. His work spanned multiple genres, from historical scenes to fantastical creatures, always with meticulous attention to detail. Dower's artistry earned him recognition among his peers and patrons alike. He worked for prominent publications such as Harper's Weekly and Scribner's Monthly Magazine, where he illustrated stories by celebrated authors like Mark Twain. His illustrations not only showcased his technical skill but also reflected the cultural values of America during that era. Through Dower's art, we can glimpse a world both familiar and foreign - one filled with adventure, mythic creatures, and historical events. As an artist who bridged reality and fantasy, John James Dower left behind a legacy that continues to captivate us today.